I recently got married in Las Vegas. It was the best fun and we had a blast while we were there. As it was all pretty whirlwind, I bought my dress, shoes, make up - even underwear (!) in a morning and loved the white J crew sundress I chose. It was simple, well fitting and was perfect for the heat and sun of Vegas.

I just knew I wouldn't wear again in the rain sodden north of England where I live - there really isn't the climate or the skintone to carry it off! We're having a party in a few weeks now that we're back home, for our family and friends and I decided to refashion it in an attempt to turn it into a glamorous, stylish evening dress. I'm completely unsure whether it's worked or not! I love how it's turned out but I'm not sure if it's actually nice or if I just think it is! I'm asking for honest feedback because I've totally lost perspective on it - I'm way too close to it and won't get to see any of my girl friends until next weekend which might be too late to go shopping if I decide I look like a dogs dinner instead of a stylish, glamourpuss!

here's my revamped version:and here's the dress in it's original white form.Please give me your honest opinion - don't hold back and try and protect my feelings - just think of it as saving me from social humiliation!

I've had lots of requests to post a tutorial on how to make the flowers - I'm happy to oblige and sorry it's taken me to long to get it up and posted. You can view the full tutorial here:http://jo2308.typepad.com/blissedoutknitting/2008/07/hand-made-flowe.htmlThank you all for such fantastic feedback - I'm looking forward to wearing my dress with pride on Saturday!

Jo x

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In all honesty, I think you rocked it! It's hard to see if the fabric dyed nicely, but if it did then you have a pretty little dress there, Mrs! If it were mine I'd do a different color sash/belt, but that's just because I'm not a big fan of red/black/white color combination for me and I'd feel like going a little less traditional with coral or teal or something.

You did a fantastic job. It's very elegant. The refashioned dress is lovely and the red sash is a fantastic idea, but if it were me --too many flowers. I'd remove all but 5 or 10 or take them off entirely. But that's me. Different strokes for different folks.

Congratulations on your wedding. You were a lovely bride standing next to a handsome groom. Mazel Tov!